DENTON, LaReta Gertrude "Reta" age 87 of Little River, passed away peacefully Monday, March 5, 2018 in the Annapolis Royal Nursing Home, Lequille. Born in Waterford, Digby County, Reta was the only daughter of the late Alfred and Louisa (Pyne) Sanderson. She was a member of the Little River Baptist Church. She always enjoyed Sunday drives with Ed and in more recent years listening to those who came to play music and play bingo.  The highlight for Reta was always the visits with her family and friends and reminiscing on old times. Reta was especially proud of her grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her daughters Marlene (Gary) Trask, Little River and Joan (Chester "Chet") Tidd, Annapolis Royal; daughter-in-law Andrea Denton, Little River; brother Murray Wentzell; grandchildren Adam Trask, Digby; Lisa Denton, Coldbrook; Vera (Josh Comeau) Denton, Greenwood; LaReta (Gregory Muise) Denton, Mount Uniacke; Sidney (Shelby Scott) Denton, Little River; great grandchildren Ryan Hogan, Bryanna Weagle and Joel Comeau. Besides her parents, Reta was predeceased by her husband Clarence Sidney Denton; son Curtis; brothers, Frances and Ernest Sanderson; and her companion Edward Amero. In keeping with Reta's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will a celebration of Reta's life at a later date. Donations in her memory may be made to Diabetes Canada or to a charity of choice. The family wishes to thank Dr. Ken Buchholz and all the nursing, kitchen and environmental staff at Annapolis Royal Nursing home for their excellent and compassionate care. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main St., toll free 1-855-825-3448. Online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com